Casual Recreational Program Coordinator I - CCL

POSTING: Casual Recreation Program Coordinator I STATUS: Casual UNION: HEU CLASSIFICATION: Program Coordinator I (15003) WORK AREA: Central City Lodge (CCL) EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD HOURS: As Needed SCHEDULE: Days; Monday to Friday 08:30 - 04:30pm DAYS OFF: Saturday and Sunday SALARY: Grid 27 / $33.83 hourly The Recreational Program Coordinator I supervise up to four Activity Workers I and/or II and/or develop, implement and evaluate recreation/leisure program(s) designed to support patients’/residents’/clients’ health and well being in settings such as residential, acute and/or adult day programs. JOB SUMMARY: 1. Plans, implements and evaluates recreation/leisure program(s), including activities such as crafts, music, woodworking, mental aerobics, exercises, and sensory stimulation, to meet patients’/residents’/clients’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs and interests; develops the goals and objectives of the program. 2. Supervises Activity Worker I and/or II as well as other designated staff by performing duties such as scheduling and coordinating work assignments, evaluating employee performance and determining related training and orientation requirements. 3. Determines the recreation/leisure program(s) which meet the patient’s/resident's/client's needs and abilities by reviewing the referral or care plan, interviewing the patient/resident/client regarding their social/leisure history, and consulting with family and nursing staff; identifies, evaluates, implements, and documents recreation/leisure goals and objectives based on individual interests and abilities. 4. Sets up a calendar of events/activity programs and teaches the techniques of related activities; contacts external agencies for program resources. 5. Monitors, evaluates, and documents patient/resident/client progress within the recreation/leisure program(s) and reports observations such as emotional well being and social behaviour to nursing/medical staff as required. Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings and care conferences. Identifies and makes recommendations regarding community and facility resources that may be of additional interest or need to the resident/patient/client. 6. Monitors program expenditures and provides input to the program budget; oversees inventory of equipment, tools and materials and recommends purchase of same. 7. Schedules work assignments of and provides direction to designated volunteers; contacts facility administration or volunteer services for additional volunteer resources as required.Performs other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training and Experience: * Graduation from a recognized recreational program plus one year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. * Valid drivers license Skills and Abilities: * Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. * Ability to deal with others effectively. * Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. * Ability to supervise. * Ability to organize work. * Ability to operate related equipment.

Develops and implements recreation and leisure programs to support the physical and emotional well-being of patients and residents. Supervises activity workers and volunteers while monitoring program expenditures and patient progress.

Requires graduation from a recognized recreational program and one year of related experience or an equivalent combination. A valid driver's license and the ability to supervise staff are also required.

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• Program Coordination
• Staff Supervision
• Patient Care Planning
• Budget Monitoring
• Volunteer Management
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Organization
• Equipment Operation
• Interpersonal Skills

• Healthcare
• Sports & Recreation
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

35 hours per week